Which of the following would be consistent with the idea that targeting single mother satisfies the two features of a good targeting mechanism for welfare? A) The poverty rate of single mothers is less than the poverty rate of the population a a whole. B) There are more out-of-wedlock births in states with high welfare benefits than in states with low welfare benefits. C) The rate of divorce among women with children declines over time as the real welfare benefit to single mothers declines. D) Both b and c are correct. E) None of the above is correct.

Which of the following would be consistent with the idea that targeting single mother satisfies the two features of a good targeting mechanism for welfare? A) The poverty rate of single mothers is less than the poverty rate of the population a a whole. B) There are more out-of-wedlock births in states with high welfare benefits than in states with low welfare benefits. C) The rate of divorce among women with children declines over time as the real welfare benefit to single mothers declines. D) Both b and c are correct. E) None of the above is correct.

Exploring Economics

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Author:Robert L. Sexton

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Chapter17: Income, Poverty, And Health Care

Section: Chapter Questions

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